Marked by top-notch service and designed to the hilt, these hotels aren’t just a place to stay; they’re stylish destinations in their own right. Our top five picks—all opened within the last year—are within 330 miles of Atlanta for a chic weekend escape. Read the full list.
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All about the Gothic garland that has long inspired creative types
Hanging in silvery curtains from southern live oaks and bald cypress trees, Spanish moss is a hallmark of iconic Southeastern cities.
Down-home dining: Six favorite Southern bakeries and candy kitchens
Indulge in artisan treats, like monster-size cinnamon rolls and mouthwatering tres leches cakes, at these sweet spots.
Down-home dining: Five specialty food purveyors of the South
Pick up gourmet provisions at these favorite local shops selling everything from gourmet sausage to small-batch syrup.
Down-home dining: Five standout markets around the South
Score fresh local bounty at these destination marketplaces with fresh produce, delicious baked goods, and plenty of charm.
Down-home dining: 11 locally loved dishes around the South
From perfectly pillowy blueberry doughnuts to a pepperoni rolls with a storied history, these plates are worth seeking out.
Down-home dining: 24 legendary Southern restaurants worth the trip
Last year, the Michelin Guide designated the American South as a region worthy of culinary recognition. And while we’re delighted by buzzy Michelin-starred restaurants and James Beard Award–winning chefs, the excellence of our food is not new to us. We’ve always known it was something special.
My South: Actor and singer Leslie Odom Jr. on Savannah, Georgia
Savannah is a warm touchstone for me. My first time there was 25 years ago when I did this ramshackle musical revue. I have a distinct memory of my grandparents—who lived close by in Columbia, South Carolina—picking me up at the airport under that lovely skylight and taking me out to dinner
How to plan the perfect weekend escape in Dahlonega
Tucked into the Blue Ridge Mountains about 65 miles north of Atlanta, Dahlonega claims a distinctive chapter in American history.
Taking the advice of Tennessee’s “talking barns”
Until the mid ’60s, before First Lady “Lady Bird” Johnson decided to beautify highways, the barns in my native Ohio were embellished with advertisements—itinerant painters roamed the countryside on behalf of companies like Mail Pouch Tobacco that would offer large amounts of free product to farmers.
Where to shop, eat, and stay in Eureka Springs, Arkansas
Nestled in the Ozark Mountains, Eureka Springs rose to prominence in 1879, when Dr. Alvah Jackson’s promotions of its more than 60 natural springs (“Eureka!”, he reportedly exclaimed after finding the first) helped the city emerge as a popular wellness destination.
One city, three ways: Huntsville, Alabama
Rocket City is soaring. Ask anyone in Huntsville, and they’ll tell you: It’s a different place now than it was just five to 10 years ago.
Behind the curtain of Nashville’s iconic Hatch Show Print
Celene Aubry is the first woman to serve as associate director and manager of Hatch Show Print, Nashville's iconic letterpress print shop, in its 147-year history.
Georgia’s landscape has everything from the rugged Appalachians to granite monadnocks and shady creekside trails. We whittled it down to 12 great hikes, fit for an experienced backpacker, day-tripper, or even an urban crusader (two are ITP!). Discover scenic spots and find out which trail is Georgia’s toughest. Get out there and hike
Western North Carolina businesses welcome visitors two years after Hurricane Helene
About five minutes into my flameworking lesson at North Carolina Glass Center, a nonprofit public-access studio in Asheville’s River Arts District (RAD), my instructor,...
